Here, we’ll review the top 10 best manual downriggers on the market today. We’ll provide an overview of the pros and cons of each product. Read on for our selection of best manual downriggers.
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Our Top Pick
9.7/10 our score
Best Manual Downriggers
| Rank | Product Name | Score |
|---|---|---|
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1  |
Cannon Mini-Troll |
9. 7 |
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2  |
Cannon 10 STX |
9. 5 |
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3 |
Scotty Depthmaster |
9. 1 |
|
4 |
Scotty Laketroller |
8. 8 |
|
5 |
Brocraft Easy Catch |
8. 6 |
|
6 |
Big Jon Sports Runabout |
8. 2 |
|
7 |
Big Jon Sports Siderigger |
8. 0 |
|
8 |
Walker Mini Laker |
7 .7 |
|
9 |
Seahorse Troll-Master |
7. 4 |
|
10 |
Scotty Longarm |
7. 2 |
1. Cannon Mini-Troll
9.7/10 our score
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- Horizontal reel/brake
- 100' of stainless steel cable
- Swivel-head depth counter
2. Cannon 10 STX
9.5/10 our score
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- Fast, effortless 2:1 retrieval speed
- One-Hand Clutch Deploy for simple, precise bait positioning
- Enclosed boom end pulley prevents line jumping
- Easy-Access Universal Mounting Base - same as our electric models
- Dual axis rod holder - fully adjustable, both front to back and side to side
3. Scotty Depthmaster
9.1/10 our score
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- 23-Inch long, 3/4-inch diameter stainless steel boom
- Each scotty downrigger comes with the Scotty limited lifetime warranty
- The prices and operating features of these units beat the competition hands down
- Scotty No. 1170 power grip plus line release included
- One foot per turn spool operates easily with either hand from a sitting position in the boat
4. Scotty Laketroller
8.8/10 our score
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- Mounting bracket permits mounting on a flat deck surface or on the side of a gunnel or transom
- Each Scotty Downrigger comes with the Scotty limited Lifetime Warranty
- Rugged and low cost downrigger built for smaller boats
5. Brocraft Easy Catch
8.6/10 our score
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- Fiber-glass Injected Nylon construction and Aluminum boom
- Include a side or top deck mounting system and release
- 100 feet of braided stainless steel wire, recommended for use with weights under 5 pounds
6. Big Jon Sports Runabout
8.2/10 our score
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- Transom mount
- Heavy-duty clamp-on base that will fit transoms up to 2'' thick
- This product is manufactured in China
7. Big Jon Sports Siderigger
8/10 our score
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- Sectional boom can be used in 2' 3' or 4' lengths & is flexible to impart an erratic action to your lures
- Features a locking tip-up boom that makes setting lines safe & easy
- This product is manufactured in China
8. Walker Mini Laker
7.7/10 our score
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- Fresh or Salt Water
- 1 foot per turn retrieve with 6 lb. weight capacity
- 12" Anodized Boom
9. Seahorse Troll-Master
7.4/10 our score
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- - Comes pre-spooled with 200 ft. of Stainless Cable
- - Easy one hand drag system operation
- - Accurate depth meter
- - Built with the strongest and corrosion resistant components
- - Backed by Troll-master's 10 year warranty
10. Scotty Longarm
7.2/10 our score
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- SCOTTY 1091 60" TELE BOOM LONGARM COMBO SWIVEL BASE